A Poem A Week - For Stink & Pipsqueak 08/03/2010
 So I'm doing the prayer thing. I'm slowing down. I'm attempting to meditate But honestly, people, I'm happiest when I'm firing on all cylinders. And so, I'm back to setting goals for myself. One of them is to finally write those books I'm talking about. One book is under wraps, but I'll tell you that I'm bugging the lovely (and extremely gifted artist) Arwen to illustrate. (She's already published one book and seriously, the front cover does not do her illustrations justice.) But the other, just for kicks and giggles, is going to be a book of poems Shel Silverstein style. I by no means and comparing myself to that genius tale spinner, but I am attempting to write poems based on my crazy kids that I can pass down to them.. Here's one of five I've written. Tell me what you think. Pink Umbrella Mom said kids might laugh at me And even cause a scuffle If I took this umbrella to school with me It’s pink (and it has a ruffle) “Honey, sweetie…” she said, “You know I don’t care... But since you’re a boy… some kids might stare So here’s a small tip that I have for you: Be prepared with a response that works for you.” My mom’s pretty sharp so I thought of an answer ‘Bout why boys could wear pink and could sing and be dancers So when Markus asked, “Man, why are you carrying THAT?” I said, “Friend, can’t you see that some girls don’t have hats? I don’t want their hair-do’s to get wet in the rain So I’ll walk them to class and they’ll never complain.” And then while he stood there, kind of biting his lips I decided to get one more thing in real quick “My papa says girls like the boys who can groove So if I save their hair then one day you’ll see, Dude, That I’ll have a dance date whenever I please” And then something happened that you wouldn’t believe At school the next day… under those rainy day showers Marcus brought an umbrella – it was purple… with flowers CommentsStacey 08/04/2010 10:17
Love it! Seriously, it is right up there with that poem about the sharp-toothed snail inside everyone's nose (my son memorized and recited that one for homeschool group!). I cannot wait til the book comes out. You think we can get a signed copy? Love it! Your kids will love it even more. A wonderful treasure trove, a book of poems. Leave a Reply |  ArchivesApril 2009 Online DegreesSocial work is a profession for those with a strong desire to help improve people's lives. Earn your masters degree in social work. CategoriesAll 
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